Chapter 520

But this time, Adam didn't even spare Carly a glance. She was like the boy who cried wolf—left defenseless when she finally needed saving the most. Celine stepped forward, towering over Carly. "Carly, stop deceiving yourself. There was never going to be a surgery." Carly's eyes widened as the truth hit her. "I understand now… This was all a setup! You knew from the start that I was pretending to be you. You pretended to agree to the surgery, but in reality, this was all part of your plan to expose me. That's why you brought Alfred here today—to unveil the truth!" A mocking smile spread across Celine's lips. "Well, well, you're not as dumb as I thought. That's right. I planned everything. Today was the day I was going to rip off your mask and reclaim what's mine." "Celine, you're so cruel! We share the same last name! How could you do this to me?" Celine scoffed, a harsh laugh escaping her. "Cruel? So now you remember we're family, huh? Where was that sentiment when you stole my i